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Hospitality and Tourism

The 135-room hotel, located at 50 W. Broad St. in Greenville, is across the street from the Peace Center. (Photo/Auro Hotels)
Feb 3, 2026

Auro Hotels adds Courtyard by Marriott Greenville Downtown

Auro Hotels adds the Courtyard by Marriott Greenville Downtown, a 135-room hotel near Main Street, expanding its Greenville hospitality portfolio.

Dave’s Hot Chicken is opening a new Anderson location Feb. 6, bringing Nashville-style hot chicken to town. (Photo/Dave’s Hot Chicken)
Jan 30, 2026

Dave’s Hot Chicken opening new Anderson location

Dave’s Hot Chicken is opening a new Anderson location Feb. 6, expanding its South Caro-lina footprint and bringing Nashville-style hot chicken to the Upstate.

Starting May 21, the Windy City is a short plane ride away. An American Airlines Embraer 170 will serve the restored nonstop route between Columbia Metropolitan Airport and Chicago O’Hare, flying twice a day after May 21. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Jan 29, 2026

Airline resumes nonstop Columbia to Chicago flights

American Airlines will restart nonstop service from Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Chi-cago O’Hare on May 21 with twice-daily flights using an Embraer 170.

Breeze Airways will launch nonstop flights from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport to Columbus, Ohio. (Photo/Breeze Airways)
Jan 28, 2026

Breeze Airways adds nonstop GSP to Columbus route

Breeze Airways will launch nonstop flights from Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport to Columbus, Ohio, starting May 8 with $49 introductory fares.

Breeze Airways will launch nonstop service from Charleston to Atlantic City starting May 6 with twice-weekly flights. (Photo/Breeze Airways)
Jan 28, 2026

Breeze Airways adds nonstop Charleston to Atlantic City

Breeze Airways will launch nonstop service from Charleston to Atlantic City starting May 6, with twice-weekly flights and a special offer beginning at $49 one way.

Smalls Sliders announced plans in 2024 to develop 40-50 locations around the state over the next 10 years. (Photo/Smalls Sliders)
Jan 28, 2026

Smalls Sliders to open 5 locations across Upstate

Smalls Sliders, backed by Drew Brees, plans five new Upstate locations under a multi-unit deal led by Feather & Fries LLC in Spartanburg and Greenville.

Interior renovations will reduce the number of seats but make the theater more accessible and more comfortable. (Photo/Mill Town Players)
Jan 26, 2026

Pelzer Auditorium renovation ushers in historic rebirth

The historic Pelzer Auditorium is undergoing a $1.2 million renovation to improve seating, accessibility and comfort while preserving its century-old legacy.

South Carolina’s 2026 Chef Ambassadors — Jordan Heyd of Lekker Eats in Myrtle Beach, Guichard Ulysse of House 509 Bistro & Wine in Greer and James London of Chubby Fish and Seahorse in Charleston— were appointed by Gov. Henry McMaster to represent the state’s culinary scene. (Photo/S.C. Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism)
Jan 23, 2026

South Carolina names 2026 Chef Ambassadors from Myrtle Beach, Charleston, Greer

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster names the 2026 Chef Ambassadors, spotlighting chefs from Myrtle Beach, Charleston and Greer who champion local food.

Nathan Thurston and Greg Johnsman paid attention to the details in creating their new restaurant, including reproducing New York City water. (Photo/Millers All Day)
Jan 22, 2026

Brooklyn-style pizza restaurant Jimmy Rosso coming to Mount Pleasant

Jimmy Rosso, a Brooklyn-inspired pizza restaurant, is set to open this summer in Mount Pleasant, bringing thin-crust pies and New York-style water.

The Lantern Columbia is expected to open during the winter of 2026. (Rendering/Garvin Design Group)
Jan 22, 2026

The Lantern Columbia opens as inclusive boutique hotel

The Lantern Columbia has opened in a former fire station, debuting a boutique hotel in the Vista with an inclusive employment model and dining option.

Charleston Wine + Food returns March 4–8, 2026, marking the festival’s 20th year of celebrating the people, flavors and stories that define the Holy City’s culinary scene. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Jan 21, 2026

Charleston Wine + Food marks 20th year; $210 million impact

Charleston Wine + Food returns March 4-8, 2026, for its 20th festival, featuring multiple events, a culinary village and major economic impact.

Breeze Airways is launching weekly nonstop flights from Charleston International Airport to Cancun, Mexico, expanding international travel options for Lowcountry travelers. (Photo/Breeze Airways)
Jan 16, 2026

Breeze Airways launches Charleston to Cancun flights

Breeze Airways will launch weekly nonstop flights from Charleston International Airport to Cancun, Mexico, with one-way fares starting at $119.